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An exclusive insider account with unprecedented access to Deion Sanders, his staff, and players, who are changing the culture of college football. ""A highly readable portrait of one of the most exciting coaches in college football."" – San Deigo Union-Tribune ""You won't find a more...

Starting Your Handyman Business is designed for an individual to help him or her get started producing as a self-employed handyman without added complexity. It covers the basics of that business and how to start and operate it, including what you need for tools, what kind of jobs you can expect to encounter, how to get clients, and what is successful in keeping your business going.

Much more than a collection of cool tools and apps, The Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction mobilizes decades of Visible Learning® research to reveal those evidence-based strategies that work best in an online environment. Supplemented by opportunities to self-assess and reflect, the book addresses every dynamic that must be in place for students to learn, even at a distance.

Even with a high school diploma or bachelor’s degree, you may still be uneducated in the most important aspects of your life...Do you have this burning and unquenchable feeling that, even with all your years of being taught how to live and what to think and do, you still don’t actually know much about the things you need to know about? The truth is, the education system of our westernised economic and political sphere doesn’t prepare us for the real challenges of life - it simply guides us into becoming a “successful” employee.

AudioLearn’s College Level Courses presents College Level Archaeology. Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a great way to explore the subject of Archaeology. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering the most important topics you might expect to learn in a typical undergraduate course in Archaeology. The material is accurate, up-to-date, and broken down into bite-sized sections. There are quizzes and key takeaways following each section to review questions commonly tested and drive home key points.

In a tech-dominated world, the most needed degrees are the most surprising: the liberal arts. Did you take the right classes in college? Will your major help you get the right job offers? For more than a decade, the national spotlight has focused on science and engineering as the only reliable...

Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners. Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These carefully abridged versions are shorter...

A 2006 report commissioned by Brown University revealed that institution's complex and contested involvement in slavery - setting off a controversy that leapt from the ivory tower to make headlines across the country. But Brown's troubling past was far from unique. In Ebony and Ivy, Craig Steven Wilder, a rising star in the profession of history, lays bare uncomfortable truths about race, slavery, and the American academy.

This is the long-awaited update on the best-selling book that offers a practical, accessible reference manual for faculty in any discipline. This new edition contains up-to-date information on technology as well as expanding on the ideas and strategies presented in the first edition. It includes more than 61 chapters designed to improve the teaching of beginning, mid-career, or senior faculty members. The topics cover both traditional tasks of teaching as well as broader concerns, such as diversity and inclusion in the classroom and technology in educational settings.

Getting into college takes plenty of hard work, but knowing what your professors expect of you once you get there can be even more challenging. Will This Be on the Test? is the essential survival guide for high-school students making the transition to college academics. In this entertaining and informative book, Dana Johnson shares wisdom and wit gleaned from her decades of experience as an award-winning teacher in the freshman classroom - lessons that will continue to serve you long after college graduation.

A call to action for the scholarly community - introducing the merger of podcasting and peer review to encourage academics to think about the medium as an alternative outlet for research output.

In The VDAG Way, Dr. Michael Flavius unveils a powerful framework to help you discover purpose, reclaim your dreams, stay focused, and set achievable goals. Built on four transformative pillars—Vision, Dream, Aim, and Goal—this audiobook offers clarity for individuals, families, students, leaders, and ministries seeking direction in a distracted world.

Every man carries two fires within him—the one that builds and the one that burns. In this world, you are not meant to escape chaos—you are meant to use it. Pain is not punishment; it is potential in disguise. When everything you built collapses into ash, you’re standing not at the end—but at the beginning of your next creation.

In Capitalizing on College Joshua Brown illustrates how tuition-driven colleges and universities have been forced to innovate and adopt market-driven financial strategies. These institutions have longstanding commitments to offering access and opportunity to marginalized students, but the promise of improved educational outcomes stemming from federal policy changes aimed at increasing market competition never materialized. Instead competition for tuition dollars meant these colleges had to adopt new strategies to find more students to offset losses.

Are you searching for a way to turn every call into a contract? Whether you're just starting in real estate investing or running a growing portfolio, one thing is certain: your phone is your most valuable deal-making tool as it puts you directly into your Sellers’ pockets.

In a world where technology, industries, and job markets shift faster than ever, learning is no longer optional, it’s survival. The skills that got you your first job may not be the skills that will get you your next one. Employers are looking for adaptability, self-motivation, and proof that you can keep learning. Free courses give you the power to stay ahead without going into debt.

During the past century, the United States was rated first among nations in technological innovation. This provided a strong foundation for a booming economy and the emergence of countless improvements in how we live. We now are ranked fourth. We rate 41st in education, and a dismal 85th in the percentage of graduates in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This audiobook describes things that this country can do to regain its preeminence in scientific creativity and innovation.

Debt-Free Futures by Sage Ellison is a vital resource for those grappling with the challenges of rising college tuition and student loan debt. This book empowers listeners to navigate the complex landscape of college funding, offering practical strategies to achieve a debt-free education while promoting broader community impact.

In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping industries and redefining job roles, "Employability in the AI Era: Thriving in a Tech-Driven World" is your essential guide to navigating the evolving landscape of work. This comprehensive book provides a strategic roadmap for individuals and organizations to stay competitive and relevant in the age of AI. Learn how to rethink education and skill development, acquire in-demand certifications, and embrace lifelong learning to remain adaptable. Explore the rise of remote work, the gig economy, and flexible work arrangements.

Are you captivated by the melodic Arabic language, but feel chained by the barriers of script, pronunciation, and dialect variations? Do you aim to grasp the Levantine dialect of Arabic for enhanced travel experiences, deepened cultural understanding, or for academic or professional advancement? Language learning, especially for Arabic, can seem overwhelming. Still, it doesn’t have to be complicated, especially with a guide specifically tailored to help you overcome these hurdles, with practicality and fun in equal measure!